
LC What Else is for Supper, Honey? Note
Uh, we can think of nothing else we need for this mussels marinara recipe aside from a generous pour of a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or, when we’re in the mood to go all Belgian, a white ale and a heaping mound of quick frites.
Mussels Marinara
Ingredients
Directions
Place the mussels in a large pan or pot over high heat with plenty of pepper but no water. Cook until the mussels open, about 5 minutes. Discard any that remain closed.
Drain the mussels, reserving the cooking liquid left in the pan that exuded from the mollusks during cooking. Place the mussels in a deep serving dish. Strain the cooking liquid through a strainer lined with cheesecloth into a small bowl. Stir in the parsley, pour the mixture over the mussels, and serve.
Recipe Testers Reviews
This is the most simple recipe for mussels, and it results in one of the most delightful, fresh, nose-in-the-air tastes. Nothing but mussels and parsley. One big pot, high heat, plate up, and eat! The sweet, delicate, natural taste of the mussels is the taste you get — no heavy, over-garlicked, creamy, tarted-up mussels here! Just the natural, sweet juices with a bit of parsley to add to that fresh taste. Smooth, sweet, with a hint of the waters — what more could we ask?
This is so satisfying for such a simple, easy-to-prepare recipe. What else can you make in less than 5 minutes that is so seemingly fancy and delicious? That being said, I missed the sauce for dipping bread into. I love coconut mussel curries or even simple garlic white wine sauces because of all the broth leftover at the bottom of the bowl.
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Kristin Cole
Incredibly easy preparation with nice results. This recipe really highlights the flavors derived from the natural juices, with none of the typical wine or lemon added, just a bit of water from the rinsed mussels. The cracked pepper added a hint of complexity, and the chopped parsley some brightness. I did squeeze a bit of lemon after a few bites, just because I love the extra acidity, but if you’re looking for the true taste of the ocean, leave as-is.